1983 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Arena weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Telstar | Arena |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
